Privacy Policy for Rivals Sports
Effective Date: 2024-09-06]
At Rivals Sports, we are committed to safeguarding the privacy and personal information of our users. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, share, and protect your information when you use our mobile application ("App"). By using Rivals Sports, you agree to the terms set out in this Privacy Policy.
1. Information We Collect
We collect the following types of information to provide and improve our services, ensure compliance with legal obligations, and enhance user experience:
1.1 Personal Information
When you create an account or use certain features of the App, we may collect personal information such as:
Name
Email address
Phone number
Profile picture
Date of birth (for age verification)
Sports preferences and skill levels
1.2 Sensitive Information
We may collect data related to your participation in sports activities and rankings. This data is considered sensitive under certain privacy laws. By using our App, you consent to the collection of this data for the purpose of providing our matchmaking and ranking services.
1.3 Automatically Collected Data
We automatically collect certain information when you interact with the App, including:
Device Information: Model, operating system, unique device identifiers.
Usage Data: Features used, time spent in the App, crash reports.
IP Address and Location Data: Location data (only when location services are enabled) to help you connect with nearby events or users.
Cookies and Tracking: We use cookies and similar technologies to analyze user behavior and provide personalized experiences.
1.4 Payment Information
If you make in-app purchases, we may collect payment information through third-party payment processors. We do not store any payment card details.
2. How We Use Your Information
We use the information we collect for the following purposes:
Account Management: To create and manage your account, and to authenticate your identity.
Matchmaking and Ranking: To connect athletes and coaches based on skill level, preferences, and geolocation, and to generate rankings based on game results.
Event Participation: To allow coaches to post events and lessons, and athletes to join these activities.
Improving Services: To understand user behavior, improve features, and enhance user experience.
Communication: To send you notifications, updates, and marketing materials, based on your preferences.
Legal Compliance: To comply with applicable legal obligations, resolve disputes, and enforce agreements.
3. How We Share Your Information
We will never sell, rent, or trade your personal information. However, we may share your data with trusted third parties as follows:
Service Providers: We may share your data with third-party service providers who help us operate the App, such as hosting providers, analytics services, and customer support.
Other Users: Limited profile information (e.g., name, sports preferences) may be shared with other users for matchmaking and event participation.
Legal and Regulatory: We may disclose your information in response to legal requests or to comply with laws, regulations, and court orders.
Business Transfers: In the event of a merger, acquisition, or sale of assets, your information may be transferred as part of the business transaction.
4. Data Security
We take security seriously and implement the following measures to protect your data:
Encryption: We use encryption (e.g., SSL) to protect your data during transmission.
Access Controls: Access to personal data is restricted to authorized personnel and is protected by strong authentication mechanisms.
Regular Audits: We regularly review and update our security practices to prevent unauthorized access, data breaches, and other threats.
Despite our efforts, no method of data transmission or storage is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.
5. Your Rights and Choices
You have certain rights regarding your personal data, including:
Access and Correction: You can access, update, or correct your personal information directly within the App.
Data Deletion: You may request to delete your account and personal data at any time. We will take reasonable steps to delete your data from our systems, subject to legal retention requirements.
Opt-Out: You can opt out of receiving marketing communications by adjusting your preferences in the App or following the unsubscribe instructions in any email we send.
Data Portability: You have the right to request a copy of your data in a machine-readable format.
If you are located in the European Union (EU) or California, you have additional rights under the GDPR and CCPA:
Right to Erasure: Request deletion of personal data.
Right to Restrict Processing: Restrict the way we use your data in certain circumstances.
Right to Object: Object to data processing for direct marketing or legitimate interests.
Right to Non-Discrimination: We will not discriminate against you for exercising your privacy rights.
To exercise any of these rights, please contact us at [Your Contact Email].
6. Data Retention
We retain your personal data only for as long as is necessary to fulfill the purposes outlined in this Privacy Policy or to comply with legal obligations. After this period, your data will be securely deleted or anonymized.
7. Children's Privacy
Rivals Sports is not intended for users under the age of 13. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children under 13. If we become aware that we have collected such information, we will take immediate steps to delete it. If you believe we have collected information from a child under 13, please contact us at [Your Contact Email].
8. Changes to This Privacy Policy
We reserve the right to modify this Privacy Policy at any time. When we do, we will revise the "Effective Date" at the top of this page. We will notify you of any significant changes by posting the updated policy within the App or sending an email.
9. Contact Us
If you have any questions, concerns, or requests regarding this Privacy Policy or your personal data, please contact us at:
Email: ythomas.l94@gmail.com
Mailing Address:401-10 Stonehill court Scaroborough ,On